Description
Experience the warm comfort of authentic Sopa de Fideo, a classic Mexican soup that brings together the rich flavors of tomatoes, garlic, and spices with tender fideo pasta. Perfect for any occasion, this delightful dish can be served as a quick family meal or a cozy appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (28-ounce) can whole tomatoes
- 1/4 cup + 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon fresh Mexican oregano (or Mediterranean oregano)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 (7-ounce) package cut fideo pasta
- 1 quart chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 1/3 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Make the Tomato Base: Blend whole tomatoes, 1/4 cup olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, and cumin until smooth.
- Toast Noodles: Heat remaining olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add fideo pasta and toast until golden brown for about 4 minutes.
- Simmer: Pour in the tomato base to the toasted noodles and fry for an additional minute. Add broth, bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 5 minutes until pasta is cooked.
- Serve: Stir in chopped cilantro before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, use fresh tomatoes instead of canned when possible. Experiment by adding vegetables like zucchini or proteins such as shredded chicken for extra nutrition. Adjust seasoning according to taste before serving.